History of Marrakesh

Marrakesh (or Marrakech), sometimes called the red town because of the red Kasbah wall surrounding the medina, was founded in 1062. Youssef bin Tashufin, cousin to the sultan began construction of the city. Under his watch, houses were built and a mosque begun....

Moroccan Koranic Schools

In rural areas, villages have their own schools. The villagers choose the teacher, dubbed the fqih. He is provided with the provisions necessary for living in the village instead of money. The fqih is an important part of the village. He is seen as an advisor to the...